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BlackRock Navigates Credit Write-Down and Bitcoin ETF Shifts as Stock Momentum Holds

BlackRock faces a dual challenge with a significant loan write-down at its TCP Capital unit and shifting flows in its spot Bitcoin ETFs, even as it seeks regulatory approval for a new yield-focused crypto product. Despite these headwinds, the asset manager's shares show resilience, prompting analysts to debate its true valuation.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hongkong Land Holdings: Is the Property Giant Trading at a Fair Value?

A discounted cash flow analysis suggests Hongkong Land Holdings (SGX:H78) is trading close to its intrinsic value. We delve into the model's assumptions and what it means for investors in the current market climate.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Insulet's Omnipod Momentum: Can the Insulin Pump Leader Sustain Its Growth Trajectory?

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), the maker of the tubeless Omnipod insulin delivery system, is drawing investor attention with a potent mix of surging cash flow, market expansion, and a recurring revenue model. As the company capitalizes on recent regulatory wins and international growth, we examine the bull case and the risks ahead.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

From AI Pioneer to Clinical Contender: Why AbCellera's Deep Pipeline and Cash Cushion Are Drawing Bullish Bets

Once a high-flying AI discovery platform, AbCellera Biologics is navigating a critical transition to a clinical-stage biotech. With a fortified balance sheet and key Phase 1 readouts on the horizon, some investors see a compelling, albeit risky, turnaround story taking shape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

SanDisk's Strategic Edge: How the Storage Maker Became an AI Infrastructure Linchpin

As hyperscalers scramble to build AI capacity, SanDisk Corporation finds itself at the center of a critical bottleneck. Its enterprise SSD technology is now seen as mandatory infrastructure, transforming its market position and financial outlook.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Centrus Energy: A Strategic Play on Nuclear Fuel and National Energy Security

Amidst a global push for reliable, carbon-free power, Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU) emerges as a critical supplier in the nuclear fuel chain. With its stock trading near backlog value and recent financial developments reducing execution risk, analysts see a clear path for growth, particularly as AI and data center energy demands surge.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. Gains Traction as Investors Eye Next-Gen Nuclear for AI and Electrification Boom

Amid surging power demands from AI and electrification, NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NNE) is attracting bullish investor attention. Analysts point to its microreactor technology as a potential solution for decentralized, high-density energy needs, drawing comparisons to infrastructure giant NextEra Energy's growth trajectory.

Feb 3, 2026

US

White House Defends Proposed 250-Foot 'Independence Arch' Amid Skyline Concerns

The Trump administration pushes back against critics of a planned 250-foot monument overlooking the Potomac, championing it as a bold landmark for America's 250th anniversary.

Feb 3, 2026

US

DOJ Weighs Appeal in Case of 5-Year-Old Released from ICE Custody, Spotlighting Trump's Detention Policies

The Department of Justice may challenge a federal judge's order to release a five-year-old boy and his father from immigration detention, a case that has ignited debate over the administration's aggressive enforcement tactics and the conditions inside family detention centers.

Feb 3, 2026

US

ICE Operation Targets Convicted Felons Among Undocumented Population

A nationwide ICE operation over the weekend led to the arrest of undocumented immigrants with convictions for serious crimes including murder, sexual assault, and drug trafficking, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Illinois Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Hammer Murders of Mother, Family Dog; Court Orders Mental Health Treatment

Cody Sales of Plattville was found guilty but mentally ill for the 2025 killings. A Kendall County judge imposed consecutive sentences for first-degree murder and aggravated animal cruelty, mandating psychiatric care during his incarceration.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Unprecedented FBI Raid on Georgia Election Office Draws Scrutiny Over Political Influence

A recent FBI search at a Fulton County election facility, involving the Director of National Intelligence and a reported phone call with former President Trump, has sparked concerns about the blurring of lines between law enforcement and political operations.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Apple Shatters Records with $143B Quarter, Yet AI Ambitions and Memory Costs Loom

Apple's historic Q1 earnings, fueled by unprecedented iPhone demand, sent its stock on a wild ride. While the results dazzled Wall Street, muted guidance on memory cost pressures and questions about its AI roadmap tempered the celebration.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Papa John's Bets Big on Pan Pizza Relaunch to Win Over Diners and Investors

Papa John's International has rolled out a revamped Pan Pizza nationwide, marking a significant strategic push to refresh its menu and compete more aggressively in the premium pizza segment. The move underscores the chain's focus on product innovation to drive customer traffic and brand relevance amid fierce industry competition.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

NXP Doubles Down on Automotive Future: Sells MEMS Unit, Acquires Aviva Links to Bolster In-Car Connectivity

NXP Semiconductors sharpens its strategic focus on the connected car, divesting its MEMS sensor business while snapping up Aviva Links to enhance its high-speed data link portfolio for next-generation vehicles.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Beyond the Storm: JetBlue's Operational Meltdown Exposes Deeper Structural Flaws

While Winter Storm Devin triggered JetBlue's late-December collapse, a closer look reveals a fragile operational system, concentrated network, and strained labor relations that pose significant ongoing risks for the airline and its investors.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Achieve Life Sciences Nears FDA Verdict on Smoking Cessation Drug, Fueling Investor Optimism

With a key FDA decision on its non-nicotine therapy cytisinicline expected by mid-2026, Achieve Life Sciences (ACHV) is drawing bullish attention for its potential to address a massive unmet need in smoking cessation and tap into a newly opened market void.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Pro-Trump Brazilian Influencer Detained by ICE After Earlier Claiming Only 'Criminals' Face Deportation

Júnior Pena, a social media personality with over a million followers who vocally backed former President Trump's immigration policies, is now in ICE custody over a missed hearing. His case highlights the complexities and contradictions of the U.S. immigration system.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

FTAI Aviation Soars 37% in 2025: Can Its New Power Venture Fuel Further Gains in 2026?

The aerospace and engine leasing specialist defied a mid-year slump with a powerful earnings beat, propelling its stock to a stellar annual gain. Now, with the launch of its FTAI Power data center initiative, the company is aiming to capitalize on the AI-driven energy crunch.

Feb 3, 2026

Beyond the Hype: Why 2026 Marks the Era of 'Governed Intelligence' for Banking and Finance

The banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector is poised for a pivotal transformation. As the initial wave of AI and cloud experimentation subsides, 2026 is emerging as the year the industry moves decisively toward operationalizing technology with robust governance, explainability, and compliance at its core.

Feb 3, 2026